Real projects. Better decisions. Clearer outcomes.
38 years of building industry experience
Registered Building Practitioner in Victoria
Site visits in Victoria by arrangement
Remote advice Australia-wide
Finding the cause after three years of failed repairs.
The challenge
Build Support approach
The outcome
“We purchased a townhouse in Newport three years ago and quickly noticed a water stain forming on our living-room floor. We spent thousands trying to rectify the problem. A roof plumber, window fabricator and leak-detection company all attended, carried out work and told us the problem was fixed, only for the leak to worsen.
A friend referred us to Marco at Build Support. From the beginning, we could tell he was extremely knowledgeable. He approached the issue from a completely different angle. Like a doctor, he methodically worked through a series of questions to narrow down what the issue could and could not be.
Everyone else had been on the wrong track. Marco identified the likely cause, arranged for one of his preferred contractors to attend the following week and, after three years of dealing with the leak and the frustration, our problem was solved.
We cannot thank Marco enough and would happily refer him to anyone dealing with a similar building issue.”
Mitch
Savings and outcomes described above are reported by the clients concerned. They reflect those projects and are not a general promise of results.
Turning an overwhelming list into a workable plan.
Essential
Work affecting safety, weather protection and further damage
Supporting
Work that must happen before or alongside the essential items
Later
Improvements that can safely wait for a later stage
The challenge
Build Support approach
The outcome
“After purchasing a rural property in north-east Victoria four years ago with numerous building issues, we were overwhelmed by how we were going to tackle the problems.
Based on a referral from a friend, we found Marco at Build Support, who was exactly who we needed to help with our projects.
Marco has guided us through the journey of rectifying the issues. He set up a plan to prioritise essential work over non-essential work. By asking pertinent questions about our future plans and requirements, he helped us make cost-effective material selections and advised us on the tools, trades and access equipment needed for each task.
Most importantly, he has always been available for a quick conversation with us or the trades, or to provide a sketch when we get stuck, enabling us to keep the project moving.
We have enjoyed our journey with Build Support and intend to keep using the service until our project is complete. Build Support has saved us thousands of dollars by helping us make the right decisions, use the right materials and engage the right trades.”
Simon
Confidence with major upgrades and practical DIY work.
Solar upgrade
Air-conditioning
DIY guidance
The challenge
Build Support approach
The outcome
“Marco at Build Support has provided us with advice and guidance across multiple projects at our home in Far North Queensland.
He guided us through upgrading our solar system, clearly explaining the advantages and disadvantages of the different options and leading us to select the most economical solution. He also helped with our air-conditioning upgrade, another expensive undertaking.
For our most recent project, insulating the garage door, Marco advised us on the materials and tools required, where best to purchase them, how to install the products and even provided detailed diagrams of the materials we needed to order.
Having Marco working alongside us has saved us money, given us peace of mind with major purchases and provided the confidence to undertake suitable DIY projects.”
Esther
Coordinating a complex beam installation.
Crane-assisted beam placement during work to combine two rooms.